A Lucknow to Delhi IndiGo flight carrying around 180 passengers was delayed on Friday after a bomb threat triggered a security response before its scheduled departure.
Authorities later found that the threat was a hoax, but the plane remained on the ground while mandatory security measures were implemented. The flight was scheduled to take off from Lucknow to Delhi at 10.45 am, news agency PTI reported.
Sources told PTI that the flight crew received information about a possible bomb threat on board shortly before departure. After the alert, the plane was stopped at the apron instead of proceeding with take-off.
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Security personnel immediately began searching the plane and its surrounding areas as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the passengers and crew.
Tissue paper with the words “Bomb” written on it sparked panic
Sources told news agency PTI that the panic began after a tissue bearing the word “bomb” was discovered inside one of the plane’s toilets. The memo prompted the security services to begin a full inspection of the plane.
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However, officials later determined that the threat was a hoax.
No explosive or harmful substance was found
During the security inspection, officials did not find any bomb or any other harmful substance on board the plane.
An official said that no explosive materials were found during the inspection, and further legal and security measures are being taken. The flight has reportedly not yet taken off.
(With inputs from PTI)
